Miami Lakes Branch Library programs for January

Community Thursday, January 5, 2017

Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during January: 

For Children and Families:

STEM Saturdays – Enjoy an interactive lesson and hands on activities with FIU undergraduate and medical students. Participants can learn about electricity and make their very own functional circuit using fruits and vegetables. Got questions? Contact stemsaturday@gmail.com. Scheduled at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 7. 

Toddler Storytime – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Space is limited. Contact branch to register. Scheduled at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, January 12, 19 and 26.
Paws To Read – This reading program aims to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of therapy dogs who serve as literacy mentors. Participants may bring a book or choose one from the library collection at 11 a.m.. on Saturday, January 14.
Homeschool Science Class – Learn how to create different science projects. Space is limited. Contact branch to register. Scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 18.

Junior Super Smash Bros. Challenge – Ready to put Super Smash Bros. skills to the test? Join in the Junior Super Smash Bros. Challenge, best for ages 7-11 years, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 21. 

Read the Book, Watch the Movie – Enjoy book-based films that are sure to delight. This month’s title is “Ratchet and Clank.” Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 28.

For Teens: 

Teen Club – Teens meet to play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, January 10, 24 and 31. 

For Adults:  

Meditation Classes – Join the class for meditation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being, at 11 a.m. on Fridays, January 6, 13, 20 and 27.

Book Discussion Group – An adult discussion club. Call the branch for this month’s title. Meets at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 17. 

USCIS Information Table – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service staff will provide information, materials and answer general questions about the citizenship process, at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, January 23.

Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach Table – A member of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s staff will be available to discuss federal issues and address any concerns a constituent may have with a federal agency from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 28. 

Color Your Cares Away – Get social and try out the newest trend in relaxation and stress relief. All materials provided at 6:30 p.m.. on Monday, January 30.  

Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.